Asante Kotoko have reportedly open talks with the representatives of former Hearts of Oak coach Costa Papic over the vacant coaching job.

The Porcupine Warriors are currently without a substantive manager following the departure of South African tactician, Eric Tinkler, who exited the club after few games into the season to join Durban City.

The Ghanaian giants are currently exploring several options to fill the vacant coaching position, with the Serbian tactician emerging as one of the candidates under consideration.

Meanwhile, the record Ghana Premier League holder has yet to reach an agreement with any of the candidates.

The 66-year-old tactician is no stranger to the Ghanaian terrain, having had back-to-back spells with Hearts of Oak. Papic managed the Phobians between 2007 and 2009 before returning for a second spell in 2020/2021 season.

This season, Asante Kotoko have been inconsistent, recording three wins, two draws and two defeats after seven matches in the league.

With eleven points, the Porcupine Warriors find themselves in eight position after seven matches into the campaign.